Merseyflight Air Training School offers everyone the chance to experience the joy of flight. We are the Number 1 choice throughout the North West and beyond.
Flying experiences are often purchased as gifts for friends and relatives for that special occasion. They are also a great introduction for anybody thinking of learning to fly. Absolutely no prior knowledge or experience is required and should you wish to continue your 
training, this flight counts towards your course. A Pilot log book is available to purchase on the day from Merseyflight if you wish to record the flight, just ask when you arrive at the School. The flight has no commitments attached - you are solely here to enjoy yourself and perhaps appreciate a pilot's office - the sky!
These Air Experience Flights or Trial Lessons as they are commonly known, make a perfect Birthday or Christmas gift. A Trial Lesson is also a perfect gift for aviation enthusiasts or somebody who has it all. When you can't think of a present to get that someone special, choose a trial lesson and watch their eyes light up when they receive our professionally created voucher. Here at Merseyflight, we realise that a trial lesson voucher from 'internet-only' companies, which is often just a piece of paper, is not something you would want to give to your loved ones on their Birthday.
Whether or not the Trial Lesson you have booked is a gift or you have decided to find out about flying for yourself, you will find that the experience will be greatly enhanced if you take a read through this short guide in advance.
You do not need to learn the contents of this guide, but you will find that some of the terminology and jargon will be less of a mystery when your instructor briefs you for the lesson. Take a few minutes to review the contents and then go and enjoy what will surely be the best time of your life.
For that extra special keepsake, you can also purchase your flight experience on DVD! - just ask when you arrive at the school.
Trial lessons are offered 7 days per week including Bank Holidays. They can be taken anytime in the 12 months after the issue date. Packages are dispatched first class to the address of your choice.
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The Day of Your Flight
The big day has finally arrived and you are a mix of nervousness and excitement. You have your camera and friends to bring to the airport in order to share your memories of this once-in-a-lifetime experience. You ring the Flight Operations Office to reconfirm the time of your flight and check the current weather forecast. You are given the thumbs-up and you start on your journey to the airport.
On arriving at the airport you meet the friendly folks in the Flight Operations Office that make it all possible and then you are introduced to your flight instructor for the day. All our staff share the same passion for aviation as the early aviators that first took to the skies. We hope that you too feel the passion and sense of excitement as you help pilot your aeroplane into the air.
Before the excitement comes a small amount of preparation. Your instructor will familiarize you to the cockpit controls and give you a routine safety briefing, before being led out onto the apron and climbing into the aeroplane. From this point on you are free to participate as much or as little as you wish. Typical tasks you could perform include: Engine starting; Checklist Drills; Aircraft Taxiing; Takeoff; Cruise; Turns and Descent.
Where your flight takes you is up to the individual. Particular favourites are Liverpool City Centre, North Wales Coast, Liverpool and Everton Football Grounds, Wirral Peninsular, Chester City Centre or maybe your own house!
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Choosing the Experience
Merseyflight Air Training School offers experience flights in two types of aircraft and also two durations.
You can choose between a Cessna 152 - a two-seat aeroplane or a PA28 Cherokee - a larger four-seat aeroplane. Those in receipt of any PA28 Cherokee experience are encouraged to bring one friend along to sit in the back of the aircraft to observe the flight. For this reason the PA28 Cherokee is an excellent gift for a family member. Vouchers are fully upgradable.
The two durations available are 30 minutes and 60 minutes. Our recommendation is either of them! They are both fantastic gifts.
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Happy Flying!
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